In this masterful piece, Carlos Rodrigues challenges the boundaries of traditional sculpture, presenting us with a fragmented, almost archaeological vision of the female form. The raw marble, still marked by the artistβs tools, creates a contrast between the hardness of the stone and the softness of the feminine curves. The body, both unfinished and yet full of meaning, seems to emerge from a forgotten time, evoking ancient votive statues or relics of a lost civilization.
The perfectly sculpted breasts, the marked abdomen, and the posture of surrender suggest a primal, timeless, almost mythological sensuality. The volcanic stone embedded in the lower abdomen is a powerful detail, adding an organic and earthly dimension to the composition β as if the sculpture itself held the secret of creation.
The light that falls upon the piece reveals the irregular textures, the raw cuts, and the smooth polishes, elements that converse between brutality and delicacy. This is not just a sculpture; it is a manifesto on imperfection, fragility, and the eternal presence of the female body in art.
Who else is captivated by the raw beauty of this work? β¨π₯